أرتيميثر
| Kind | API |
|---|---|
| Class | Antimalarial — artemisinin derivative |
| Synonyms | Artemetherum, Dihydroartemisinin methyl ether |
| Common uses / forms | Fixed-dose combination with lumefantrine (ACT tablets/dispersibles) and IM injection; uncomplicated and severe P. falciparum malaria |
| Properties | Semi-synthetic from artemisinin (Artemisia annua); oil-soluble and lipophilic, poorly water-soluble; peroxide-bridge is heat/moisture/light sensitive |
| Compendia | IP |
| Sourcing origins | China, India, Vietnam |
| Dominant inbound route | Hormuz |
| Indicative price band | $$$ ($100–1000 / kg) |
| Indicative lead time | long (80–120+ days) |
| Notes | Supply tied to agricultural Artemisia harvest and artemisinin extraction; price/availability are seasonal; WHO-prequalified ACT chain; protect from heat and light |
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Cite as: AUPAM Experts' Office, Artemether — sourcing profile (API) — AUPAM Data Bank, retrieved 2026-08-31, https://aupameo.org/datasets/databank/a-artemether.html